SOME QUICK FACTS ABOUT BOTOX TREATMENT
What is Botox?
Botox is a neurotoxin that is in purified form. It is derived from a bacterium called ‘Clostridium Botulinum’. Botox London is approved as a cosmetic treatment by FDA in 2002. Botox is a trade name given to the Botulinum toxin type A. It has been used for treating cosmetic as well as numerous medical conditions.
How botox works?
Botox acts by blocking the signals from the nerve endings to the muscles. The injected botox paralyses the muscle contractions. As a result of this, the target muscle become inactive and goes in relaxed state. When the muscles are unable to move, the surface skin appear smooth and wrinkle free. Botox London treatment removes facial lines and wrinkles.
Is Botox safe?
Botox injections are FDA approved for the treatment of lines and wrinkles. It has been safely and effectively used for over 20 years for cosmetic and medical uses. There are no known severe side effects when administered under controlled conditions in tiny quantities. There are some temporary side effects like any other drug including mild swelling, eyelid drooping and bruising. These usually fades away in few days after receiving botox injections.
Do Botox prevents ageing?
Botox London injections are very popular for treating the signs of ageing. They are now also used as preventive measure for preventing the signs of ageing at later age. Due to the movement of facial muscles while making expressions and movements such as smiling, frowning, squinting etc. lines and wrinkles form. Botox restricts the movement of muscles which helps in preventing the ageing signs.
When does the results become visible?
The results of Botox London treatment become visible in 10-14 days following the procedure. These results last for about 3-6 months depending on the severity of lines and wrinkles and your muscle movements. Repeat botox treatments, increase the duration of results in successive treatments.